On 1 June the Elders called on the international community to intensify pressure on the military leadership in Myanmar to prevent the country descending into endemic violence and state failure. The UN, ASEAN and other regional and international actors must … Continue reading →
The words of the Elders during the recent conflict between Hamas and Israel are still valid now that a cease fire is in place. Mary Robinson, Chair of The Elders and former President of Ireland, said: “The peoples of Israel … Continue reading →
Following the release by the UK government of its Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy, Mary Robinson, Chair of The Elders said: “The announcement today by the UK Government of its intention to increase by over 40% the … Continue reading →
The Elders today expressed deep concern about US President Donald Trump’s refusal to adhere to the protocols and processes governing the transition of power, as putting at risk the functioning of American democracy. The continued assertions of electoral fraud by … Continue reading →
New COVID-19 justice fund targets $1 million for grassroots groups On the heels of Mandela Day, global leaders and civil society groups are proud to launch the COVID-19 Grassroots Justice Fund to help marginalised and oppressed communities protect their rights during the pandemic … Continue reading →
This statement was released by the Elders on 26 June 2020. The Elders today called on world leaders to recommit to the values of the UN Charter and strengthen the effectiveness of the multilateral system as the best way of … Continue reading →
This statement by Lakhdar Brahimi was originally published on 4 March. Lakhdar Brahimi is an Algerian diplomat who served as the United Nations and Arab League Special Envoy to Syria until 14 May 2014. Last month, The Elders marked thirty … Continue reading →
The Elders published the following appeal on 3 December. The multilateral system is under unprecedented attack. Isolationist and arbitrary actions by leading powers, including the United States, are threatening to undermine critical efforts to tackle global challenges from nuclear disarmament … Continue reading →
Published by the Elders on 20 November 2019. “The US position is bad law made in bad faith.” – Mary Robinson, Chair of The Elders. The Elders today strongly condemned the policy shift announced by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo … Continue reading →
The Elders welcome today’s ruling that UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia for use in Yemen have been unlawful. The UK must now stop supplying arms that can be used in violation of international humanitarian law. Mary Robinson, Chair of … Continue reading →